Italian Expression · Intermediate
come si dice?
how do you say?
Pronunciation: KO-me si DI-che
Meaning
A common phrase used to ask for the correct way to say a word or phrase in Italian.
Example
Scusa, come si dice 'apple' in italiano?
Excuse me, how do you say 'apple' in Italian?
Practice tips
- Practice come si dice? out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Italian expression is for intermediate-level learners.